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01x09 - Lights Out/Handle with Car

Episode transcripts for the TV show, "Firebuds". Aired: September 21, 2022 – December 4, 2025.*
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In a world where human and talking cars co-exist, a group of kids and their rescue vehicle buddies go through the communities of Gearbox Grove and Motopolis and help keep them safe from danger.

01x09 - Lights Out/Handle with Car

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[alarm rings]

-Firebuds

-[both] Let's roll!

If you need a helping hand ♪

Or you need a

Helping wheel ♪

The Firebuds are

Here for you ♪

Just listen to

Our siren squeal ♪

Out the front door

On the town ♪

There's nothing

We won't do ♪

To all our friends

And neighbors out ♪

We're coming through

Our rescue crew ♪

Let's roll, let's roll

Firebuds ♪

We're grabbing our gear

We're hitting the road ♪

Let's roll, let's roll

Firebuds ♪

We're saving the day

We're cracking the code ♪

If someone gets

Into a fix ♪

That's when we get

Into the mix ♪

Let's roll

Let's roll Firebuds ♪

Firebuds let's roll ♪

Bo and Flash ♪

Jayden, Piston ♪

Violet and Axl

Yeah, that's our team ♪

We're best

Firebuds forever ♪

Here we come

And here's our team ♪

Let's roll, let's roll

Firebuds ♪

We're grabbing our gear

We're hitting the road ♪

Let's roll, let's roll

Firebuds ♪

We're saving the day

We're cracking the code ♪

Let's roll around the bend ♪

Or else you know

You can depend ♪

Let's roll, let's roll

Firebuds ♪

Firebuds, let's roll ♪

Let's roll, let's roll

Firebuds ♪

Firebuds, let's roll ♪

[Axl] "Lights Out"

I can't believe that statue is

of your grandpa, Bo.

Yup, that's my Lolo,

Fire Chief Benigno Bayani.

And my grandpa, Fleet Fireson.

They saved Town Hall

from a big fire, right?

Uh-huh. A long time ago.

No wonder they have a statue.

Well, actually,

the Mayor put up the statue

because after that fire,

Lolo Bayani created

a fire safety program

for all of

Gearbox Grove.

A statue for a safety program?

That's my kind of hero.

He sure was.

"Bayani" even means

"hero" in Filipino.

-Right, Bo?

-Yes, but it's part of a bigger word:

"Bayanihan,"

which is a way of saying,

"We're all in this together."

My Lolo wanted to make sure

everyone in Gearbox Grove

knew how to be safe.

Hey, kids, storm's coming.

We better finish up passing

out these emergency kits.

Let's be like your Lolo, Bo.

and make sure all our neighbors

are prepared for the storm.

Got it, Dad.

Come on, Firebuds.

[upbeat music playing]

Here you go,

Mrs. Kahn and Kahlil.

It has everything you need.

Flashlights. Batteries.

And extra food.

Thanks.

Oh, it's Chef Fernando.

Stay safe, Chefs!

[engine revving]

[tires squeal]

-Hey! What are you doing?!

-[quacking]

Oh, sorry, folks,

but we can't help it.

A wet road calls for

some sweet tricks.

Did you see what

Iggy and Rod just did?

We better go talk to them.

You're right.

They need an emergency kit.

[gasps]

That's not what I meant.

Iggy! Rod!

'Sup, Fireduds.

Wanna race?

No, we're handing out

emergency kits

because of the storm. Axl?

[groans]

Stay safe.

Ooh, what's in it?

Just batteries, tools,

first aid kit

Oh, boo-ya!

Snacks and oil shakes!

-Mmm, granola bar!

-Mmm, oil shake!

[guzzles]

Hey, you're supposed to

save that

in case you run out

of other food.

Oh, well. Thanks for

the snacks. Hit it, Rod.

[laughs]

[gasps] Litterbugs!

The trash can

was right next to them.

And they didn't even take

the rest of the kit.

Why did we even give them one?

Because all our neighbors

should have what they need

for an emergency.

Even if they are litterbugs.

Yup. We're all

in this together.

-[thunder rolls]

-[Chief Bill] The storm's here, kids!

Time to head home!

[sighs]

[thunder crashes]

[whimpers]

Aw, it's just thunder, Popcorn.

Since all your other parents

are out on duty,

I thought we could all

watch a movie together.

Oh, let's watch Turbo-Van:

Into the Turbo-Verse.

- No, Black Van-ther.

- Car-dians of the Galaxy.

Lady and the Tram!

How about

Hatchback of Notre Dame?

[all] Not again!

Hoods up. Hot cocoa and

camo-wheel tea comin' through.

Okay, kids,

let's vote on the movie

[power booms off]

[all gasp]

Well, looks like

no movie wins.

[whimpering]

Don't be scared, Popcorn.

That was me.

It's only a power outage,

Piston.

And we have flashlights

in our emergency kits.

I've already got one, thanks.

Now that

the flashlights are on,

you can turn off your

headlights to save energy.

It's a good thing

we have these kits.

But you know who

doesn't have a kit

Iggy and Rod.

Yeah, 'cause

they didn't want one.

But they still might need one.

Come on, Buds,

let's bring 'em a kit.

Excuse me, Mister.

You're not going anywhere

until the rain stops.

But, Mom

[gulps]

I'll just wait over here.

[gasps]

All right, the rain stopped.

Let's go!

-Huh?

-Go where?

-Now?

-We gotta bring Iggy and Rod

an emergency kit, remember?

But I'm right at the part

where Turbo-Van

is about to capture Doc Shock.

And I've got my fuzzies on.

It's been hours since

the power went out.

Iggy and Rod might

really need some supplies.

We tried to help 'em

and they didn't take the kit.

That doesn't mean

we should stop trying.

They're still our neighbors.

They don't act like it.

But I'll go.

Let's roll, Firebuds.

-[clicking]

-Huh? Dad, I'm losing juice.

And we're out of food.

You guys just had dinner.

But we want snacks.

Sorry, my dudes.

We tried to hit the store

before the storm

for extra treats but

everything was closed up tight.

Come over

and play cards with us.

My battery's still half-full

and we have plenty of

cozy blankets.

I can't eat blankets.

But we could make

a massive pillow fort.

[knocking on door]

Uch. What are you doing here?

We thought you might need

an emergency kit.

-[laughs] Snack time!

-Gimme that oil shake.

Um, you're welcome?

Whoa, righteous move, kids.

Thanks.

As you can see, Ignatius

and Roderick were hungry.

-Ignatius?

-Roderick?

-Ugh, Dad!

-Don't use our full names.

We're happy to help

a neighbor in need.

Right on. Hey, we got

a ton of extra blankets

in case you need any.

We don't, but maybe some of

our other neighbors do.

Hey! We should organize a

supply swap in the Town Circle.

Totally. People can bring

any extra supplies

they have to share.

And folks who are low

on supplies

can come and get

what they need.

Wham, bam, perfect plan.

Let's go spread the word, Buds.

We'll help you set up

the swap at the Town Circle.

And bring our extra blankets.

But we were gonna make

pillow forts with those.

Your friends brought us

emergency supplies.

The least we can do

is share what we have.

Fine, but I'm not

going out in the cold

to give our stuff away.

Me neither.

Why am I not surprised?

All right,

you two can stay here,

but I'm very disappointed.

Yeah, it's a real bummer.

All right, Buds, let's boogie!

♪♪

We can help out

Anyone in need ♪

If we all work in harmony ♪

-We can do any plan ♪

-When we all lend a hand ♪

'Cause we're

Stronger than ever ♪

When we work together ♪

We'll get through

Stormy weather ♪

'Cause we all are

in this together! ♪

Hey, Rod, d'you see what I see?

A bunch of cars

freezing their tailpipes off?

-More oil shakes and snacks.

-Let's cruise.

[wind blows]

See, this is what

bayanihan is all about.

Everyone helping each other.

Well, not everyone is helping.

They're just taking things

and not giving anything back.

Well, I'm sure Iggy and Rod

will discover

what it means to

be a good neighbor

someday.

I'll believe it when I see it.

[thunder rolls]

-Look out!

-Whoa!

[tires squeal]

-[grunts]

-Axl!

Are you all right?!

[tires screech]

Yeah, but I'm stuck.

Oh, my hoodness!

This is terrible.

I know, we were almost crushed.

[grunts]

It's just too heavy.

Don't worry, vroomie,

we'll find a way

to get you out.

Hmm.

I got an idea.

We can use that tree

as a pulley.

That way,

it'll be easier for all of us

to pull the statue

off of Axl.

We just need a rope.

One rope, comin' up.

Now let's tie one end

to the statue.

On it.

♪♪

Now I'll just use my

trusty J-Hook

to launch this end

over that branch.

I'll go catch it.

Come on, everyone.

Help me pull!

I don't get it, Axl.

Why'd you save us?

It's not like we've done

anything nice for you.

I guess it's like Bo said

we have to help all our

neighbors

'cause we're all in

this together.

Okay, everyone. On three

One two three!

[all strain]

You need to lift it higher.

I still can't get out!

[exhales]

We're gonna need more help.

[Iggy] Count us in.

♪♪

All right.

Grab on and get ready.

Now pull!

[all strain]

It's too muddy!

My wheels are just spinning!

-[tires squeal]

-Where are you going?!

Take my hands.

Oh!

[cheering]

[sighs] I'm so glad

you're okay!

Way to help out, my dudes.

We're proud of you.

Thanks for helping save me.

Well, thanks for saving us.

And giving us emergency kits.

[Rod and Axl] Twice.

Now that everyone's okay,

how would you two like to help

us with the supply swap?

I suppose we can help

for a little while.

We're all in this together

I guess.

-Would ya look at that.

-There's hope for them yet.

[motivational music playing]

[Flash] "Handle with Car"

Now let's all take another

deep breath

[all breathe deeply]

[creaking]

You okay, Flash?

All this sitting still

and breathing

is making me wanna

get up and play.

Medi-waiting is hard.

It's called meditating.

And it's a helpful way to calm

your body and your mind.

But what if you're

too excited to be calm?

Which I am,

like, all of the time.

It's actually very simple.

You just take

three deep breaths.

[inhales]

When you're so excited

That you can't sit still ♪

Just take

Three deep breaths ♪

To help your body chill ♪

[deep breaths]

When your mind is racing

Going round and round ♪

Just take three deep breaths

And you'll soon settle down ♪

But why do I even

need to be calm?

When there's an emergency,

calm is the last thing

I want to be.

Actually, calm is exactly

what you want to be,

so you can think clearly

and act safely.

Take breath one ♪

To see relaxing can be fun ♪

Take breath two ♪

To feel the calm

Wash over you ♪

Take breath three ♪

Now you're as

Peaceful as can be ♪

I guess I can give it a try.

So when you're

Feeling panicked ♪

And it won't go away ♪

Just take

Three deep breaths ♪

And you will feel okay ♪

Oh, if you take those

Three deep breaths ♪

You just might

Save your day ♪

[dreamy music playing]

[pounding]

[gasps]

[pounding continues]

Hey, Dad. Whatcha doing?

Oh, hiya, Flash.

I'm putting up a fence

around my carnations,

because someone

keeps digging at 'em.

-[barking]

-Popcorn!

And there's the someone now.

I'll play with him

so you can finish the fence.

Popcorn, over here, boy.

[pants]

Hey, come back.

-[barking]

-Is something in there?

-Whoa. Eggs?

-Well, how about that

[sighs] I feel

so much calmer now

-Firebuds!!!

-[yelps]

Check out these weird

bird eggs we found.

-[Jayden] Cool!

-Aww, so cute.

That does not look like

a safe place for bird eggs.

Those aren't bird eggs.

They're lizard eggs.

Even cooler.

Oh, yeah.

I've read all about lizards.

They're my favorite reptile.

But Piston's right. We should

move these somewhere else.

What about the lizards' mama?

Lizard mommies

don't hang around

after they lay their eggs.

They don't?

Then I'll be their mommy!

Don't worry, little eggs.

Flash is gonna move you

to a safe place,

just as soon as someone tells

him where that is.

-I'm on it. Hmmm.

-[beeping]

Ooh! Says here there's a lizard

preserve in Mudflap Marsh.

That's just across town.

But we need a safe place.

A preserve is a safe place.

No one is allowed to disturb

the animals in a preserve.

-Then let's get a move on.

-Wait.

We have to be super careful

moving these eggs

or they'll break.

Right, of course!

How do we do that?

[Violet] All right.

This padding will keep this

egg warm and safe

while we

carry it to the marsh.

Great! We can put him

with my other babies.

Peggy. Nicholas. Orville. And

last but not least

Dominic. He's the quiet one.

[smooches]

Okay, Firebuds.

Let's hit the road!

Flash. Be careful.

I am being super careful

-Whoa-oa!

-Gotcha!

Sorry about that, Nicholas.

Uh maybe somebody with

steadier hands

should carry the eggs?

But who has

steadier hands than me?

-Piston.

-Axl.

Anybody really.

[creaking]

I think Piston should probably

hold the eggs, Flash.

You're awfully

excited right now.

I have been brushing up on my

my calm driving drills.

[sighs] Okay

Mommy'll be right here

if you need me.

Okay. Since these

eggs are delicate,

we'll need to stay steady

and calm for the whole trip.

I can do that no problem.

Come on, Bo. Come on!

Whoa! [grunts]

[engine revs]

-All right. Let's roll

-Let's roll, Firebuds!

♪♪

-[siren wails]

-Make way!

Delicate cargo coming through!

Hold up, Mama Duck!

I gotta take care of my eggs.

You know what

I'm talking about.

[quacks]

Oh, gotta go.

-Piston, look out!

-[yelps]

You coulda hit this cup, Flash.

Remember what I said about

keeping calm and steady?

Maybe you should try taking

three deep breaths.

Bo, I am steady as a rock.

-Nothing can rattle me.

-[barking]

Ahh! What's Popcorn doing here?

[barks]

Piston, look out, pothole!

[tires squeal]

Phew! That was a close one.

Sorry if I rattled ya, Piston.

It's okay, Flash. No harm done.

Welcome to your new home,

little eggs!

Here we are:

three eggs, good to go.

Wait, three eggs?

Peggy, Orville,

Nicholas [gasps]

Where's Dominic?!

Dominic?!

Where are you, Dominic?!

Why did it have to be

the quiet one?

Let's just think for a minute.

When was the last time

we saw all four eggs?

Well, I'm pretty sure they

were all there

after Flash picked up

that cup in the road.

And what about after Flash

freaked out about that pothole?

I don't know. I was too busy

trying not to run into him.

Uh, the egg probably fell out

of your hand when you swerved.

By that construction site.

So Dominic is lost

because of me?

We gotta go back,

we gotta go back.

After we find a safe spot

to leave these eggs.

This looks like a good place.

Hey, Flash.

Maybe you should try to be

a bit less excited.

It hasn't exactly

been helpful

I know, I know. But it's hard

when there's so much going on.

You could try

taking a deep breath.

[breathes deeply]

All set.

Don't worry, kids.

I'll find your brother.

-[barking]

-Ahh!

Ya gotta stop doing that,

Popcorn.

I have to stay calm.

[Bo]

Let's go egg-hunting, Firebuds.

Dominic! Come to Mommy!

[sighs] This is hopeless.

How are we ever going to

find a tiny egg

-in the middle of

-Found it!

Thanks to my trusty

heat scanner.

That warm little egg is right

over there.

[sighs] Dominic, you gave

mommy a scare

-[bird screeching]

-[all gasp]

[barking]

Not cool, hawk! Not cool!

If the egg hatches up there,

that baby lizard could become

the hawk's breakfast.

What?! We gotta

get him down now.

Whoa! Flash, stop!

Huddle up, Firebuds!

Okay, let's calmly

come up with a rescue plan.

Uh, I think Flash

already has one?

[barking]

Oh, boy.

Flash, what are you doing?

I got Dominic in trouble

and I'm gonna save

-Whoa-oa-oa!

-[barks]

That scaffolding

does not look stable.

Then let's hold it

steady for him!

Why won't it stop shaking?

'Cause Flash is shakin' it.

-[barks]

-Flash, you need to be still

or the whole scaffolding

will fall down.

-[barks]

-I'm too worried!

I can't stop trembling!

And the barking

is making it worse!

Flash, you have to

calm your body.

And your mind.

-But how?!

-Try meditating.

Like we learned

this morning, remember?

Oh, yeah.

What was that

Auntie Beth said to do?

So when you're

Feeling panicked ♪

And it won't go away ♪

Just take three

Deep breaths ♪

And you will feel okay ♪

Take breath one ♪

To see relaxing can be fun ♪

Take breath two ♪

To feel the calm

Wash over you ♪

Take breath three ♪

Now I'm as peaceful

As can be ♪

Okay. Just a couple

more inches

[screeching]

He got the egg!

But if he doesn't stay

perfectly still,

it will fall off.

Oh, if I take those

Three deep breaths ♪

I just might save the day ♪

[screeching]

Stop!

-[barking]

-[screeching]

Good boy, Popcorn! Gotcha!

-Awesome sauce!

-Aw yeah!

Truly egg-straordinary.

I just came up with that.

That was the calmest rescue

I've ever seen.

-Thanks, Bo.

-[both] Wee-oo!

Now let's get you

to your new home.

♪♪

[gasps] What happened

to the eggs?

They hatched.

[Flash]

Peggy, Orville, Nicholas!

Look how much you've grown.

Hey, I think Dominic

is joining the party.

[gasps]

It's hatching.

[chittering]

Welcome to the world, Dominic.

Let's all take a breath

and enjoy it.

[deep breaths]

This is called medi-waiting.

[Bo] Meditating.

Meditating. Right.

[all sigh]

[theme music plays]